1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 226 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | Dino | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 637 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2685 mm |